The 200-capacity long-stay car park is used by workers at businesses in Huddersfield and by fans going to the nearby John Smith’s Stadium. It is also convenient for the town centre and University of Huddersfield.

There has been concern at the recent reduction in car parking places in Huddersfield.

Kirklees Council’s strategic planning committee voted unanimously in favour of the development which will include offices, a product research unit and a private car park, and drawings show there is potential for further expansion.